SPECIMEN NO. #153 ⚠️ TOXIC TO PETS Family: Begoniaceae

Begonia luxurians

Common Name: Palm Leaf Begonia

Toxic to Dogs? YES (Toxic)

Toxic to Cats? YES (Toxic)

Clinical Symptoms:

Inferred from ASPCA: genus 'Begonia' contains members toxic to dogs and cats. Species-level confirmation pending.

Light Level Profile Bright Indirect

Minimum Light Requirement 2000 Lux

Maximum Light Tolerance 6000 Lux

Watering Frequency Every 6 Days

Temperature Envelope 16°C – 28°C

Ideal Ambient Humidity 65% RH

GBIF Usage Key 7303536

Native Biogeographical Range BR; SE-Brazil (Minas Gerais, São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro)